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12 Oct, 2024 by Susanne and rich
From the courteous reception staff to Becky Evans' prompt responsiveness, knowledge and professionalism to the signing, the entire update/preparation of our trust and related documents was a seamless process. We wholeheartedly recommend Becky knowing she'll be there for us all the way.
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01 Oct, 2024 by Theresa
We had an outstanding experience with Ms Rebecca Evans, updating our medical directives, powers of attorney, wills, and creating a revocable trust. Ms Evans was superb to work with; facilitated meetings and communications to make it easy for us; exhibited professionalism at all times; and was extremely knowledgeable in all our areas of concern. We would highly recommend her for any future legal work and/or consultations.
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25 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
I hired Ms. Evans for my estate planning. She explained in detail the pros for a revocable trust vs a standard will. Her fees were clearly and precisely shown for each part of the trust, power of attorney, medical directive, and my last will and testament. Ms. Evans helped me in the proper wording I desired in all applicable sections of the trust. I would recommend Ms. Evans to anyone who requires a lawyer for their estate planning needs.
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19 Apr, 2024 by Jeff
Deborah was fantastic to work with. My wife is very particular and felt at ease in working with Deborah for our end-of-life documentation. We highly recommend her!
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29 Mar, 2024 by Rick
My wife and I are extremely satisfied with the Family Trust Services provided by Deborah and her team. She explained and carefully walked us through the estate planning process making sure we understood what was to be done and why. She went above and beyond working with another attorney outside the jurisdiction to ensure our interests were secured. We highly recommend Deborah.
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27 Feb, 2024 by Hirisave
It was a pleasure working with our attorney Ms. Arthur. She helped to get our trust, the last will, medical directive, durable financial power of attorney, etc. She walked through the various options we could consider and provided detailed information to all our questions by email and in one-on-one sessions. We very much appreciated the help and guidance we got throughout the process promptly. Her office took care of the transfer of deeds for our real estate properties as well. At the end of our estate planning, we were much more confident of the action we took with the help of our attorney. Ms. Arthur is a very knowledgeable professional. She provides detailed explanations and guides throughout the process. She is very friendly and very easy to approach. We are entirely satisfied with her guidance and advice and will continue to seek her services. Her office staff is also very receptive and helpful.
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25 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
I found Mr Hicks on Google as soon as I realized I needed a good attorney. He was close by and seemed to be excellently qualified for my need. We met and he explained his fee structure as well as what I should expect and what he would do to try and mitigate. His honesty made my first experience on the back side of the law at least tolerable and less traumatic. In the end he convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to a misdemeanor and suspended sentence with probation. He is also returning the lion’s share of my deposit, saying his ethics demanded a refund of unearned funds. You can’t beat that.
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12 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
This man is an amazing lawyer he was so kind to me and my kids during my whole case. He is a amazing lawyer to work with her did a great job on my court case and I am very grateful for that Thank You Mr Hicks ❤
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22 Feb, 2021 by Anonymous
Five star gentlemen. Excellent and effective work. Would definitely recommend.
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20 Nov, 2019 by Anonymous
Attorney Pooja was very helpful since the time she took up this matter until the final resolutions. She did what the previous lawyer couldn't do. Pooja was very informative and communicated with us on every step of the way.
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25 Sep, 2019 by Daniel
Exelente como abogados te ayudan en todos los sentidos hasta cosejeria te dan para q puedas pensar correctamente en cada caso en particular en español e ingles
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12 Apr, 2016 by Nelson
I like to thank Pooja Bhagat for being so wonderful and dedicated to her job.She has been extremely responsive by email and phone, responding immediately every time. Her answers to my questions are always clear, complete, and demonstrate a sophisticated knowledge of the case and the intricacies involved. She is very helpful and patient and always finds an answer for my questions or concerns. She is the best and Seriously, i can't think of what she could do better i am very lucky to have her as my lawyer.
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06 Aug, 2019 by Charles
Megan was instrumental in me receiving a hefty settlement in my car accident case. I was hit by a drunk driver head on at a traffic intersection. I was lucky I walked away with only a shoulder injury. First miracle was coming out relatively OK. The second miracle was the settlement I was awarded made possible by Megan Koster and her colleagues at Brandon Gladstone, Esq. (Becker, Kellogg & Berry, P.C) A Big Thank You!
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23 Jul, 2019 by Dione
This law firm represented me in my workers comp case and my personal injury case.. Mrs Janet and Lilian works for that law firm and anything that I needed help wit they were there.. i would recommend this law firm to anybody who needs a good law firm.. they were very professional and I could be more happy with my settlement they got for me..
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07 May, 2019 by Ahmed
Great law firm. They represented me for injuries involved in a car accident. The insurance company had denied my claim but they were able to reimburse me for my losses.
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29 Jul, 2017 by Andrea martinez
I received a speeding ticket on fairfax county parkway. I hired Mr. Escobar based on great reviews from prior clients. The entire process was hands off. Mr. Escobar was very responsive and kept me in the loop throughout. He handled everything in a manner that inspired great confidence and great peace of mind. I felt extremely comfortable dealing with him, and very happy with the outcome of the trial! - it was the best possible outcome!!!! My speeding ticket was dismissed:) I would heartily recommend him to anyone! Very professional A+ Thank you so much!!!
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01 Feb, 2017 by Christian
I got into a little fender bender on the commute to work and the officer that showed up at the scene was more than happy to issue me a ticket. Alan Escobar proved to be the right man for the job. After an initial fairly priced consultation, Alan agreed to represent me. I provided him with all the information he requested and he took the reins and did all the work. It was definitely reassuring that I could trust my case would be handled correctly by a person as professional, sharp, efficient, and welcoming as Alan Escobar. The outcome of my case was better than I expected and when Alan and his associates showed up at the courtroom, I knew everything would be okay. I hope to never need a lawyer again in the future but if I do, Alan is the first person I'd call.
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16 Dec, 2016 by Valentina
My first impression of Mr. Escobar was a very positive one. In the past I have gone to lawyers who have been very judgmental and condescending, ultimately making me feel uncomfortable. In comparison, as soon as I met Mr. Escobar he made every effort to make me feel reassured that he would do everything in his power to help me with my case. That alone made me feel like I was in good hands. His preparation for my defense was swift and thorough; after collecting specific information from me he organized my defense with a quick turnaround time. When judgement day came, Mr. Escobar handled all of the court proceedings and ultimately was able to achieve getting the best possible option for me. I highly valued his transparency and availability throughout the entire process by always taking the time to explain my options and give me advice. It was a pleasure working with Mr. Escobar, and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer specializing in Criminal Defense, Immigration, or Car-related incidents.
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11 Aug, 2015 by Melody
We were looking to aquire an attorney for a probation violation. Mr morgan has a lot of experience in this area! He's very easy to contact; he answers any concerns very promptly. It was never hard to get in touch with him. His prices are reasonable! We ended up keeping the court appointed lawyer to save money, but we sure do wish we could have had Mr morgan. He CARES SO MUCH about his clients and went out of his way several times to help us even though we did not aquire him. He's a great individual, and he has a lot of experience. I would definitely recommend him
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17 Sep, 2014 by Richard
Lynne Clark is a lawyer in possession of tremendous integrity and knowledge. She is an absolute professional who placed my needs and interests in the forefront of her legal advise. Lynne and her staff are top-shelf, first class! I would seek her legal advise again and recommend her to anyone looking for high quality legal counsel.
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06 Sep, 2024 by Walter alvarado
Mi más sincero agradecimiento al equipo de escobar law firm no pude tomar mejor decisión que escogerlo para nuestro proceso de residencia con ellos fue todo muy fácil en 13 meses lo logramos
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06 Sep, 2024 by Yeny martinez
Excelente servicio muy agradecida ase muchos años conocí a sus padres y no pude aver tomado una mejor decisión de que fueran ellos que llevaran este proceso en 13 meses nos isimos residendentes todo fue muy fácil nada estresante con su ayuda
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28 Aug, 2024 by Jhony chacon
Expreso mi más sincero agradecimiento a Escobar Law Firm PLLC, en mi caso representado por el Abogado Alan Escobar, donde logramos obtener el resultado esperado en mi proceso de inmigración. Estoy muy Feliiiiiizzzzzz por este resultado. Gracias..... Agradecido también con su equipo de trabajo, de verdad muy amables y diligentes.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Jia zheng
I got a car accident a couple of months ago, I called car accident attorneys in the area then, decided to have Mr. Gladstone to help with the case. I made a great decision. Mr.Gladsone, Elena and Courtney did an OUTSTANDING job on my case! I received a result more than what I expected to. If you, unfortunately, suffered from a car accident, and felt helpless, felt body aches, cried on the couch; do yourself a favor to call this law office.
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11 Sep, 2024 by Mehedi hasan
In December 2022, my father was involved in a serious automobile accident when a driver struck him while he was crossing the street. He required several life-saving surgeries immediately following the incident. To handle my father's case, I reached out to Becker, Kellogg & Berry, P.C. law firm. They accepted our case promptly and did not require any upfront fees. While I faced difficulties contacting the Fairfax County police for a complete account of the incident, including uncooperative and discourteous responses from the responding officer, Attorneys Brendan Ahern and Nathalie Johnson-Noon took swift action. They diligently gathered all pertinent police body camera footage and EMT response logs to ascertain the facts of the situation. The firm efficiently managed all paperwork through email and digital signatures, so we never had to visit their office in person. Despite the initial police report not being favorable, Brendan and Nathalie remained steadfast in their efforts, providing continuous support and never losing hope. The settlement process took nearly 1.5 years, but throughout this period, both attorneys maintained regular contact, inquiring about my father's recovery and demonstrating a genuine concern for his well-being. Their personal touch was deeply appreciated. Although the accident drastically altered my father's life, leaving him disabled and unable to pursue purchasing a home as planned, Brendan and Nathalie secured a substantial settlement that has enabled him to resume his goal of buying a house. While this unfortunate event had a profound impact on my father's life, the compassionate and dedicated efforts of Brendan Ahern and Nathalie Johnson-Noon provided invaluable support and financial relief. Both my father and I wish Becker, Kellogg & Berry, P.C., and especially Brendan and Nathalie, continued success. I highly recommend this law firm for any accident or injury-related matters.
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06 Sep, 2024 by James hollingshead
I had a very good experience with this Law Firm. I dealt primarily with Pol Aguirre who kept me informed at every step and made sure I understood what was happening and why. If you need help, give them a call.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Jia zheng
I got a car accident a couple of months ago, I called car accident attorneys in the area then, decided to have Mr. Gladstone to help with the case. I made a great decision. Mr.Gladsone, Elena and Courtney did an OUTSTANDING job on my case! I received a result more than what I expected to. If you, unfortunately, suffered from a car accident, and felt helpless, felt body aches, cried on the couch; do yourself a favor to call this law office.
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11 Sep, 2024 by Mehedi hasan
In December 2022, my father was involved in a serious automobile accident when a driver struck him while he was crossing the street. He required several life-saving surgeries immediately following the incident. To handle my father's case, I reached out to Becker, Kellogg & Berry, P.C. law firm. They accepted our case promptly and did not require any upfront fees. While I faced difficulties contacting the Fairfax County police for a complete account of the incident, including uncooperative and discourteous responses from the responding officer, Attorneys Brendan Ahern and Nathalie Johnson-Noon took swift action. They diligently gathered all pertinent police body camera footage and EMT response logs to ascertain the facts of the situation. The firm efficiently managed all paperwork through email and digital signatures, so we never had to visit their office in person. Despite the initial police report not being favorable, Brendan and Nathalie remained steadfast in their efforts, providing continuous support and never losing hope. The settlement process took nearly 1.5 years, but throughout this period, both attorneys maintained regular contact, inquiring about my father's recovery and demonstrating a genuine concern for his well-being. Their personal touch was deeply appreciated. Although the accident drastically altered my father's life, leaving him disabled and unable to pursue purchasing a home as planned, Brendan and Nathalie secured a substantial settlement that has enabled him to resume his goal of buying a house. While this unfortunate event had a profound impact on my father's life, the compassionate and dedicated efforts of Brendan Ahern and Nathalie Johnson-Noon provided invaluable support and financial relief. Both my father and I wish Becker, Kellogg & Berry, P.C., and especially Brendan and Nathalie, continued success. I highly recommend this law firm for any accident or injury-related matters.
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06 Sep, 2024 by James hollingshead
I had a very good experience with this Law Firm. I dealt primarily with Pol Aguirre who kept me informed at every step and made sure I understood what was happening and why. If you need help, give them a call.
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13 Sep, 2024 by Jia zheng
I got a car accident a couple of months ago, I called car accident attorneys in the area then, decided to have Mr. Gladstone to help with the case. I made a great decision. Mr.Gladsone, Elena and Courtney did an OUTSTANDING job on my case! I received a result more than what I expected to. If you, unfortunately, suffered from a car accident, and felt helpless, felt body aches, cried on the couch; do yourself a favor to call this law office.
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11 Sep, 2024 by Mehedi hasan
In December 2022, my father was involved in a serious automobile accident when a driver struck him while he was crossing the street. He required several life-saving surgeries immediately following the incident. To handle my father's case, I reached out to Becker, Kellogg & Berry, P.C. law firm. They accepted our case promptly and did not require any upfront fees. While I faced difficulties contacting the Fairfax County police for a complete account of the incident, including uncooperative and discourteous responses from the responding officer, Attorneys Brendan Ahern and Nathalie Johnson-Noon took swift action. They diligently gathered all pertinent police body camera footage and EMT response logs to ascertain the facts of the situation. The firm efficiently managed all paperwork through email and digital signatures, so we never had to visit their office in person. Despite the initial police report not being favorable, Brendan and Nathalie remained steadfast in their efforts, providing continuous support and never losing hope. The settlement process took nearly 1.5 years, but throughout this period, both attorneys maintained regular contact, inquiring about my father's recovery and demonstrating a genuine concern for his well-being. Their personal touch was deeply appreciated. Although the accident drastically altered my father's life, leaving him disabled and unable to pursue purchasing a home as planned, Brendan and Nathalie secured a substantial settlement that has enabled him to resume his goal of buying a house. While this unfortunate event had a profound impact on my father's life, the compassionate and dedicated efforts of Brendan Ahern and Nathalie Johnson-Noon provided invaluable support and financial relief. Both my father and I wish Becker, Kellogg & Berry, P.C., and especially Brendan and Nathalie, continued success. I highly recommend this law firm for any accident or injury-related matters.
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06 Sep, 2024 by James hollingshead
I had a very good experience with this Law Firm. I dealt primarily with Pol Aguirre who kept me informed at every step and made sure I understood what was happening and why. If you need help, give them a call.
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30 May, 2024 by T edwards
Aubrey was professional from the beginning! We worked together in assisting her clients to get a few estate documents completed. I could tell that she really cares about her clients, and they trust her guidance and expertise. If you're looking for an estate planning attorney, give Aubrey a call.
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30 May, 2024 by Nicole mcfadden
It is with my deepest gratitude that I thank Aubrey Sizer for the exceptional work done on my estate plan. Her expertise, attention to detail, and professionalism throughout the process was truly commendable. I am incredibly grateful for the time and dedication to ensuring my plan met all my specific needs and wishes. Your guidance has been invaluable, and your commitment to providing me a comprehensive plan gives me peace of mind for the future. I am definitely fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with a such a dedicated, knowledgeable and capable professional. Thank you for your outstanding work. NM
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03 Jan, 2024 by Chris
Ms. Sizer assisted my wife and I with Estate Planning, to include setting up a revocable trust, will, and end of life planning. Ms. Sizer assisted us through every step, providing advice and guidance as needed and prepared drafts and final documents for our signature. She was professional and compassionate throughout the entire process. Ms. Sizer asked detailed questions as to goals and desired outcomes, per our family situation. Due to her diligence and legal acumen, we currently have peace of mind for whatever the future may hold in the management of our estate. We wholeheartedly recommend Ms. Sizer for your estate planning requirements. She is Excellent!
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07 Oct, 2023 by Mario perez
The Best Mr Bobby i recomended @100%
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25 Apr, 2023 by Herbert crooks
Have been using his service for many years due to a divorce and auto accident. I've always had great service and patience which I appreciate a lot, I recommend Bobby 100%
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20 Apr, 2023 by Herbert crooks
Great lawyer very comfortable talking with him doesn't rush. You listen to your issues and tells you your options like it a lot
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28 Jan, 2022 by Jennifer
I had my first DUI 2013/ 2014. I met him through a really good friend mine. As soon as I called him he was explaining what I needed to do and what not to do; too protect my rights. He was very prompt about detailing me about court dates and what his and the court’s expectations might be. Matthew is so easy to talk too and will help in anyway possible. Definitely recommend him for anyone who unfortunately gets in a unlikable situation. You will also learn a lot from him in the meantime! 100% reliable.
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04 Feb, 2020 by Amber
He is very thorough and knowledgeable and got my DUI dismissed! Does not waste time and to the point.
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10 Jan, 2020 by Anonymous
I hired this lawyer to represent me in a tenant landlord case appeal. The judge added up what he felt I owed the plaintiff and my lawyer forgot to make sure my 2400 security deposit was credited from this amount. I repeatedly requested that my attorney correct this. It was his error and he did not even offer me the opportunity to pay him to fix the error. He said that the plaintiff's attorney assured him it had been credited. The whole point of having an attorney is to be defended against the charges/plaintiff. It cost me a 2500 retainer and then an extra 2400 for the loss of proper crediting of my security deposit. This was an error that could have been corrected he just did not care enough to do so. I could not afford to hire another attorney to correct his mistake. I would avoid this attorney. I am still stunned that he could not be bothered to fix his own error.
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10 Nov, 2015 by Anonymous
Larry is a straight forward attorney providing no-BS assessments and recommendations. He represented me on a DUI, clearly explained my situation, and worked diligently and successfully to have the charges dropped. I recommend him to friends and family as the need arises.
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01 Jul, 2014 by William
In direct apposition to the previous review, I would like to offer my opinion of Mr Johnson. I am a 'card carrying' member of the VFW and do as much of business with veterans as possible, in the hopes of meeting a man like Larry Johnson. If you are looking for no nonsense, no bullshit, straight to the point legal advice, there is no better place to go than Larry Johnson. If you are looking for a shoulder to cry on or someone to change your diaper, you will be as unhappy as the previous poster, be warned. I am especially heartened by his frequent admonitions to 'Get to the point', when I wander from my $300/hr purpose, a habit of his that saves me money. He provides his advice to the best of his ability, rather than supporting whatever legal fantasies you may have in your head, a hard pill to swallow, but much cheaper in the long run. As someone who has worked in the legal field with a few relatives who currently practice law, I would have no problem recommending Mr Johnson for any issue he feels he can competently handle, given the above caveats regarding his taciturn nature and mission oriented approach. I find him to be really funny, but you have to speak 'military' to get most of the jokes, lol.
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03 Jan, 2013 by Anonymous
Would not recommend this attorney for anything. A most disagreeable man. Thinks he is "god" because he is an attorney...everyone else is mere mortal...and he won't mind telling you so. He is exceptionally difficult to get along with and I would never ever take an elder to him for his services.
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31 May, 2024 by Nathaniel boccarossa
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05 Nov, 2022 by Sharmanhall1 !
I WISH I COULD GIVE 0 STARS. This foundation sends me mail every day and it is becoming a problem. They don't answer their phones, there is no real contact information for them, and I am unable to 'unsubscribe' from the 5lb envelopes that fill my mailbox every day. I wish they would leave me alone -- at this point it is borderline harassment.
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I WISH I COULD GIVE 0 STARS. This foundation sends me mail every day and it is becoming a problem. They don't answer their phones, there is no real contact information for them, and I am unable to 'unsubscribe' from the 5lb envelopes that fill my mailbox every day. I wish they would leave me alone -- at this point it is borderline harassment.
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I WISH I COULD GIVE 0 STARS. This foundation sends me mail every day and it is becoming a problem. They don't answer their phones, there is no real contact information for them, and I am unable to 'unsubscribe' from the 5lb envelopes that fill my mailbox every day. I wish they would leave me alone -- at this point it is borderline harassment.
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I WISH I COULD GIVE 0 STARS. This foundation sends me mail every day and it is becoming a problem. They don't answer their phones, there is no real contact information for them, and I am unable to 'unsubscribe' from the 5lb envelopes that fill my mailbox every day. I wish they would leave me alone -- at this point it is borderline harassment.
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I WISH I COULD GIVE 0 STARS. This foundation sends me mail every day and it is becoming a problem. They don't answer their phones, there is no real contact information for them, and I am unable to 'unsubscribe' from the 5lb envelopes that fill my mailbox every day. I wish they would leave me alone -- at this point it is borderline harassment.
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20 May, 2010 by Anonymous
Nice guy, but did a terrible job in court. I actually did a better job representing myself. When my friends came to court and witnessed how poorly Larry performed in court. A simple, but difficult case like mine was made worse by his inability to get things done and follow-through and be prepared. I had to chase him down for informaiton and he was very slow to act and respond. He collect fees but was not worth the money.
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26 Jan, 2022 by Anonymous
We have called and texted her for over 3 weeks. She keeps saying she will call "soon" but nothing and we are clients. Maybe she is ill? It certainly does not work for us.
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    Request a detailed fee agreement outlining all potential costs.
    Discuss any additional expenses that may arise during the case.
  • Negotiating Fees:
    Some lawyers may be willing to negotiate fees or offer payment plans, especially for clients with financial constraints.
  • Pro Bono Services:
    For those who cannot afford legal services, some lawyers or legal aid organizations offer services at reduced rates or for free.
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